Surface Works Lead - Lobs Hole

Snowy Hydro is a dynamic, integrated energy business that has been providing on-demand, reliable energy to Australia for generations. Snowy Hydro owns and operates a powerful combination of generation assets, including the iconic Snowy Hydro-electric Scheme, gas and diesel electricity generating plants, and contracted wind and solar energy in the National Electricity Market. We also provide electricity and gas to over 1.5 million retail customers through our retail brands Red Energy and Lumo Energy.

Snowy 2.0, currently under construction, is Australia's largest committed renewable energy project. This nation-building project will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come.

About the position

Reporting to the Project Manager - Surface Works, the Surface Works Lead at Lobs Hole is the key link between the project's design and its physical reality. Your mission is to lead a dedicated onsite team of surveillance officers and engineers to ensure that every piece of civil infrastructure is built safely, correctly, and to the highest standards. You aren't just observing; you are proactively working with all parties to prevent future legacy issues and ensure the Snowy 2.0 asset performs exactly as intended for years to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Active Site Management: You won't just be behind a desk; you'll be on the ground daily, conducting inspections, reviewing site diaries, and making critical decisions to keep construction moving safely and efficiently
• Be the Eyes and Ears on Site: You will spend your time where the action is-at the active work fronts. You'll keep detailed daily records, take photos, and monitor everything from the weather to equipment levels to ensure productivity stays high
• Lead with Heart and Safety: You aren't just managing a checklist; you're looking out for your team. You will coach your staff, solve problems together, and ensure everyone goes home safely by maintaining the highest health and safety standard.
• Collaborative Oversight: You will work hand-in-hand with contractors and internal stakeholders, using your interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts and build the strong partnerships necessary to meet shared goals.
• Quality Assurance: You'll be the champion for quality, ensuring all works align with the latest specifications and that every detail-from plant schedules to weather conditions-is accurately recorded.

About the location

This role will require you to be 100% on-site within the Snowy Mountains, working off a 14/7 FIFO roster. Standard FIFO camp-style arrangements are included.

About you

• Expertise: You hold a degree in Engineering or Construction/Project Management and have 8-15 years of experience delivering major infrastructure projects
• Contractor & Consultant Management: Extensive experience in supervising and negotiating with external contractors and specialist consultants
• Communication: You are a skilled negotiator who can effectively influence and communicate with everyone from onsite crews to senior management
• Adaptability: You can stay calm and constructive when project demands shift or challenges arise on site
• Reporting & Governance: Proficiency in using project management platforms like ACONEX for formal communications, record-keeping, and quality assurance

About our workforce

Diversity and inclusion is important to us: Snowy Hydro has a culture of decency and inclusion, with a commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people and a supportive environment to ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can succeed. At Snowy Hydro, we recognise that we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each individual brings, and we believe in providing an environment that allows that uniqueness to thrive.

Snowy Hydro is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a role with Snowy Hydro and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an email with your request to the Snowy Hydro recruitment team at [email protected]